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The Karakoram Highway, which connects Pakistan and China, is often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World" due to its remarkable engineering and breathtaking scenery. It links the two countries through the Khunjerab Pass, which sits at an altitude of 15,397 feet (4,693 meters).

The highway follows part of the ancient Silk Road,serving as a modern connection along a historic trade route.Construction began in 1959,and the project was completed in 1979,though it officially opened in 1986. Karakorum Highway, Karakoram Mountains, Karakoram Highway, Dangerous Roads, Breathtaking Scenery, Road Photography, Wonder Of The World, Arabian Sea, Story Starters

The Karakoram Highway, which connects Pakistan and China, is often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World" due to its remarkable engineering and breathtaking scenery. It links the two countries through the Khunjerab Pass, which sits at an altitude of 15,397 feet (4,693 meters). The highway follows part of the ancient Silk Road,serving as a modern connection along a historic trade route.Construction began in 1959,and the project was completed in 1979,though it officially opened in…

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